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Lecture Series


The CCEE Department hosts a variety of engaging lecture series each year, bringing together experts, scholars, and industry leaders to explore cutting-edge research and innovations. Through these lectures, we seek to deepen our understanding of the world and creatively apply that knowledge to enhance infrastructure, human health, and the environment. These events provide a platform for thought-provoking discussions, fostering collaboration and inspiring new solutions to some of society’s most pressing challenges

Paul Zia Lecture

The Paul Zia Distinguished Lecture Series is an annual lecture that was conceived in affiliation with the North Carolina State University Department of Civil, Construction, and Environmental Engineering and the Constructed Facilities Lab (CFL). The lecture is made possible through an agreement with the NC State Engineering Foundation.

HARKERS ISLAND BRIDGE REPLACEMENT
September 29, 2025 | 3:00 – 5:00pm ET
Stewart Theatre at Talley Student Union
NC State University, Raleigh, NC

Santiago AguilarMoffatt & Nichol
Greg ColsAECOM
Ben MielkeBennett & Pless
Leo Barcley (chair)Kimley-Horn
Trey CarrollNCDOT
Shawnak DoshiBrasfield & Gorrie
Kyle MuenchAECOM
Venkata KolliparaHardesty & Hanover
Travis StumpBenesch
Stacey SmithSmith Gardner Inc.
Nicholas D’AiutoInfrastructure Consulting & Engineering
David SimpsonWGI Engineering
Nubia RenheNC State
Ana Paula BonaNC State
Matt WestDewberry, CCEE Industry Advisory Board

For more information on how to get involved, please visit https://zialecture.com/sponsors

Dr. Paul Zia was a Distinguished University Professor Emeritus of Civil Engineering and Alumni Distinguished Graduate Professor Emeritus. For more than 50 years, he was engaged in teaching, research and consulting in many areas of concrete materials, reinforced and prestressed concrete structures, and construction. He advised more than 60 masters and doctoral students. Read his full bio.